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Radiculopathy vs Peripheral Neuropathy - weakness in calves

Neuropathy | Last Active: May 24 6:05pm | Replies (42)

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Hi, @newyorknill , I am 73, and I've tried the Gabapentin AND Lyrica. Neither one did much for my feet. The ONE positive the neurologist said he could say was that peripheral neuropathy tends to worsen over time more quickly than radiculopathy. Obviously, each case is different and people react in different ways over time. The orthopedic spine surgeon who did my laminectomy said it might help if he fused L4, L5, S1. But no guarantee, of course. The neurologist I finally saw said he could not say that surgery would make a huge difference, but he's not a neurosurgeon. Have you tried compression socks? I wear those some during the daytime and they do seem to help. Best wishes! Mike

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I did the sock thing and doctor says shots and drugs. I don't believe in drugs after so many. I am my own doctor. I have not found a person who did back surgery where it helped. L4, L5 S1 is my problem but along with arthritis, scoliosis, bulging, herniated, and whatever. Sorry others go thru this but glad I know I'm not alone. Stay Well!